How to Safely Meet a Guy Through Internet Dating

There are several sites that promote dating on the internet. Several have live chat, both audio and video so not only can you hear a voice but you can connect it to a face. These internet sites have some free services although most want you to upgrade to a paid member.

First of all, you want to choose a site that you feel comfortable with. Preferably one that you can see the guy’s profile and hear him talk. Beware of trial memberships because some of these do not allow you to see the person or talk to them until you have become a member. Some of these sites have been accused of using nonexistent people to entice you to pay to become a member. If they offer a trial membership for a fee and require your credit card number, beware of charges that may continue should you decide to cancel after the trial period.

If and when you upgrade to member status and start to talk to people, you have to be cautious. You never know if the person you are talking to is really who they say they are. Some guys will tell you they are 6 feet tall, 175 lbs., dark hair, dark eyes, dark complexion, and in reality they may be 5 feet tall, 250 lbs., no hair, bulging eyes, and pasty skin. So don’t always believe everything you are told.

Not only do you have to be cautious about someone portraying themselves as completely different than they actually are but the internet has opened up a whole new option for sexual predators. Never agree to meet anyone by yourself or in an isolated spot. Do not give them your address and preferably a prepaid cell phone should be used to have any conversations with someone you don’t know.
 

Some sites are geared towards people with special interests. Some are religiously affiliated. If this is one you would feel comfortable choosing, you still need to check it out thoroughly because these sites are not exempt from using fraud. Some of the best scams use religion to gain people’s confidence.

Don’t lose hope that there are sites out there that legitimately help people get together and some lead to long term relationships. There are several that truly do try and match people that have the same interests and expectations. If you are thinking of going this route, try and find one that you can communicate with the person online, whether it is a webcast, an online chat, or through instant messaging. This way at least you get to hear a live voice and see someone in person. This can help you decide if this is the right person for you. 

Basically, you can go to an internet dating site and join to find the type of person that you are looking for. You just have to take it slow and be very cautious when it comes to deciding this person is the one you have been looking for.